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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Mannheim to Kaiserslautern
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Kaiserslautern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Kaiserslautern will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 4 trains that leave Mannheim for Kaiserslautern every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 95586:400h41Mannheim Hbf7:21Kaiserslautern Hbf£121One-way0 changes- ICE 95569:400h41Mannheim Hbf10:21Kaiserslautern Hbf£171One-way0 changes
- 411910:360h48Mannheim Hbf11:24Kaiserslautern Hbf£271One-way0 changes
- S29:541h05Mannheim Hbf10:59Kaiserslautern Hbf£271One-way0 changes
- ICE 95569:400h41Mannheim Hbf10:21Kaiserslautern Hbf£171One-way0 changes
- ICE 95586:400h41Mannheim Hbf7:21Kaiserslautern Hbf£121One-way0 changes
- 411910:360h48Mannheim Hbf11:24Kaiserslautern Hbf£271One-way0 changes
- S29:541h05Mannheim Hbf10:59Kaiserslautern Hbf£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Mannheim to Kaiserslautern
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Kaiserslautern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 52 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£20 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mannheim to Kaiserslautern train times
The table below shows live departures for Mannheim to Kaiserslautern trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:40 Mannheim | 0h41 | 6:21 Kaiserslautern | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:40 Mannheim | 0h41 | 8:21 Kaiserslautern | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:40 Mannheim | 0h41 | 9:21 Kaiserslautern | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mannheim to Kaiserslautern
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Trains from Mannheim to Kaiserslautern run on average 1 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 41m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 21:57 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Mannheim to Kaiserslautern trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Mannheim and Kaiserslautern from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
TGV
Süwex
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Mannheim to Kaiserslautern train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim to Kaiserslautern by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kaiserslautern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mannheim and Kaiserslautern
Most Mannheim to Kaiserslautern trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Kaiserslautern Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Vogelweh. Use this guide to compare Mannheim and Kaiserslautern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Mannheim station do trains to Kaiserslautern leave from?
Getting to Mannheim Hbf from Mannheim city centre
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim Hbf train station facilities and services
Mannheim Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
Getting to Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Süd from Mannheim city centre
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Süd is 9 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Süd train station facilities and services
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Tennisklause, Istanbul, Pasta Bar, Pizzeria Corona
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld Süd.
Getting to Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld from Mannheim city centre
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld is 9 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld train station facilities and services
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Which Kaiserslautern station do trains from Mannheim arrive at?
Getting to Kaiserslautern Hbf from Kaiserslautern city centre
Kaiserslautern Hbf train station facilities and services
Kaiserslautern Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Antalya, Orient Grill, Öz-Firat Döner Haus, San Marino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. ATMs are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. Information desks are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kaiserslautern Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kaiserslautern Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kaiserslautern Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserslautern Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Altes Zollamt, Zum deutschen Michel.
Getting to Vogelweh from Kaiserslautern city centre
Vogelweh is 4 km from Kaiserslautern city centre. Public transport options include:
Vogelweh train station facilities and services
Vogelweh has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Subway, Zimtblüte, Globus Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Vogelweh. ATMs are available at Vogelweh.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vogelweh. Information desks are available at Vogelweh.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Vogelweh. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vogelweh: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Vogelweh: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vogelweh.
Getting to Kaiserslautern West from Kaiserslautern city centre
Kaiserslautern West is 1 km from Kaiserslautern city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaiserslautern West train station facilities and services
Kaiserslautern West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ronni's Bistro, Domino's, Pizza Attack, Pfaffgrill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kaiserslautern West. ATMs are available at Kaiserslautern West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kaiserslautern West. Information desks are available at Kaiserslautern West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kaiserslautern West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kaiserslautern West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kaiserslautern West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserslautern West.
Most popular train connections from Mannheim
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